Processing Operator

Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA•Suffolk, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for roasting and processing our coffee to ensure it flows efficiently to the appropriate packaging lines. This includes working on roaster, grinder, and receiving lines and filling out paperwork and communicating the status and changeovers. Therefore you must be detail-oriented. As one of the largest coffee roasters in North America, you will have an important role helping us reach millions of coffee drinkers daily. You will be part of a team that the company relies on to help drive our culture as a great place to work, therefore you must be reliable and a good communicator. MZB-USA takes pride in what we do and we are looking for people who want to learn and grow with us. We brew greatness together!

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Must have previous production line, packaging line, or experience in a manufacturing environment; consumer packaged goods (CPG) or food and beverage environment preferred
Must be able to multi-task, troubleshoot, and diagnose problems; must be detail oriented
Must be a good communicator with strong writing skills
Must be reliable, possess a strong work ethic, and able to work independently, as well as partner and assist others as needed
Basic computer skills required; basic math ability required
Requires shift work with flexibility in hours worked
Must demonstrate dependability and accountability and promote teamwork
Help drive the MZB Way culture as a great place to work
Must be willing and able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be willing and able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment
Must be able to meet physical, environmental, and mental requirements outlined either with or without accommodation
Frequent lifting, bending, walking and standing for long periods of time
Must comply with all Federal, State, Corporate, Warehouse and Food Safety standards, policies, and guidelines (i.e., HACCP, GMP, SQF, FDA, etc.)

Responsibilities

Prepare for the efficient start-up of our roasters, which includes checking production schedules, making sure green coffee is available, and completing necessary paperwork
Work on the blending, grinding, flavoring, and roasting processes; you will be responsible for quality output
Coordinate the changeover activities to ensure the process occurs quickly and efficiently with as little downtime as possible
Communicate any changes made on the equipment to coworkers and other affected departments
Complete paperwork and communicate status of lines and other updates within your work areas
Continuously monitor quality and check product for defects, as well as ensure moisture, grind, color is in spec
Utilize and interface with operations computer programs (OIT) to monitor activities
Monitor daily roasted coffee production figures
Participate in our Continuous Improvement (CI) program (root cause problem-solving, ensure open communication, generate ideas, recommend improvements, etc.)
Continuously monitor equipment to detect issues; communicate concerns/issues with Maintenance and supervisor
Prepare for next shift; have all information needed (organized); effectively communicate all changes and ensure equipment is ready to operate
Ensure Specification Sheets are followed precisely
Ensure quality documentation and other paperwork is filled out correctly and completely – includes electronic recording
Reconcile daily production figures, track downtime, and make sure documents are turned in at end of shift
Adhere to all good manufacturing practices (GMPs) and abide by all safety and sanitation regulations
Attend and participate in daily production meetings, weekly team meetings, and other meetings as needed
Meet with coworkers to discuss production issues and workflow
Participate in month-end inventory
Abide by all OSHA regulations and ensure work areas are safe and free of safety concerns and violations; immediately report safety hazards or unsafe acts to supervisor
Maintain general sanitation throughout work area and follow 5s check sheet and standardized work procedures
Demonstrate dependability and promote teamwork
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